Core i5-2515E

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-2515E

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i5-2515E based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,423 Rank: 1366
Rank Name Score Visual
1362 Phenom II X4 B55 4,428
+0.1%
1363 Core i3-2120T 4,427
+0.1%
1364 A10 PRO-7800B 4,426
+0.1%
1365 FX-8800P 4,424
+0%
1366 Core i5-2515E 4,423
1367 A10-7700K 4,423
+0%
1368 A9-9430 4,423
+0%
1369 Xeon E5540 4,422
+-0%
1370 Core i5 650 4,421
+-0%
1371 Pentium G3220T 4,421
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-2515E based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,414 Rank: 1423
Rank Name Score Visual
1419 Core i3-3220 4,415
+0%
1420 FX-4350 4,415
+0%
1421 Core M-5Y10 4,415
+0%
1422 Core i5-680 4,415
+0%
1423 Core i5-2515E 4,414
1424 Core i3-2105 4,414
+0%
1425 A10-5700 4,414
+0%
1426 A8 PRO-7600B 4,414
+0%
1427 Core m3-6Y30 4,413
+-0%
1428 A8-7500 4,413
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-2515E based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,429 Rank: 1359
Rank Name Score Visual
1355 A10-7800 4,432
+0.1%
1356 A8-5600K 4,432
+0.1%
1357 Core i7-2670QM 4,431
+0%
1358 Xeon E3-1260L 4,431
+0%
1359 Core i5-2515E 4,429
1360 A9-9420 4,429
+0%
1361 Athlon X4 840 4,429
+0%
1362 FX-6120 4,427
+-0%
1363 Athlon II X4 631 4,427
+-0%
1364 Core i3-5010U 4,427
+-0%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i5-2515E based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-2515E based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-2515E based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core i5-2515E Details

Built on Intel's Sandy Bridge microarchitecture and manufactured on a 32 nm process, the Core i5-2515E represents a mid-tier embedded processor from an earlier generation of Intel's x86-64 lineup. Released several years ago, it is now considered an older device, though it remains relevant in specific low-power and embedded applications. As of March 2026, the processor is no longer competitive in mainstream performance benchmarks but still holds niche value in systems requiring integrated graphics and power efficiency.

The Core i5-2515E features a dual-core design with four threads, enabled by Intel's Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology. It operates at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz and can boost up to 3.1 GHz on a single core, with a 2.9 GHz limit on two cores. This turbo capability allows it to maintain responsiveness in light workloads while keeping power consumption low. The processor includes a 3 MiB L3 cache, 0.5 MiB of L2 cache, and 0.125 MiB of L1 cache split between instruction and data, supporting efficient data access across cores.

With a TDP of 35 W and a 65 W idle power draw, the Core i5-2515E is optimized for embedded systems where thermal constraints are a concern. It supports DDR3-1333 and DDR3-1066 memory across two channels, with a maximum capacity of 16 GB and memory bandwidth reaching 19.87 GiB/s. The integrated HD Graphics 3000 GPU operates at a base frequency of 650 MHz and can burst to 1100 MHz, offering sufficient graphical performance for basic display output and light multimedia tasks. It supports up to two displays and includes 12 execution units for graphics processing.

The processor supports a range of Intel technologies, including AES-NI for encryption, AVX for vector processing, Intel VT-x and VT-d for virtualization, and EIST for dynamic power management. It also features ECC memory support and Intel Identity Protection Technology, making it suitable for secure and stable environments. Despite its age, the Core i5-2515E retains a modest level of performance, scoring 4423 overall, 4429 in single-core, and 4414 in multicore benchmarks. These results place it around the middle of its broader performance cohort, with the single-core performance being its strongest trait.

In competitive terms, the Core i5-2515E holds a rank of #1366 overall and #1359 in single-core performance out of 2060 processors, indicating it is significantly outpaced by modern offerings. Its multicore performance, while respectable for its time, is not sufficient for high-intensity workloads. The processor is best suited for lightweight desktops, embedded systems, or industrial applications where low power and integrated graphics are more critical than raw speed. As of 2026, it remains a viable option in legacy systems but is no longer recommended for new builds.
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Intel Core i5-2515E

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-2515E
Family: Core
Series: i5-2000
Model Number: i5-2515E
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3100 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 2900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 25x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Sandy Bridge
Core Name: Sandy Bridge M
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 42
Package: FCBGA-1023
Chipset: Cougar
Target Segment: Embedded
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W
Release Price: $266.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 128 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 0.5 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 3 MiB (12-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333 and DDR3-1066
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 16 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 19.87 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 3000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz
Execution Units: 12

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 149 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.62 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AES CLMUL x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT IPT Flex Memory FMA BPT
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